The Western Australian Institute of Sport is pleased to announce that applications for the 2011 round of Wally Foreman Foundation Scholarships are currently open until 5pm, Friday October 21st.
The Wally Foreman Foundation has been established by the Foreman family to ensure the legacy and passion that Wally held for sport will be cherished for future generations of Western Australians. The Foundation will be used to support opportunities that Wally would have championed, for future generations of athletes and coaches to pursue excellence in sport.
Wally was passionate about sport from grass roots participation to elite level competition, for its ability to contribute to our communities. He spent his life in sports administration and broadcasting, seeking to enhance the value of sport for us all. Wally in his role as inaugural Director of WAIS created many opportunities for talented young people to pursue their sporting dreams, which resulted in them not only reaching their sporting potential, but also helped them become better people.
Wally Foreman Foundation scholarships are focussed on providing financial support for specific events or training related costs on an individual needs basis that compliment and add value to current financial support provided by other groups.
Former Wally Foreman Foundation Scholarship recipients include:
- Water Polo athlete and Olympic bronze medallist Emma Knox.
- Equestrian athlete and Olympic silver medallist Sonja Johnson.
- Dual national champion sprinter Jody Henry.
- World U23 road time-trial silver medallist Luke Durbridge.
Scholarship Criteria
Criteria for determining the merit of an application takes into account the following factors:
- Western Australian registered athlete or coach in an ASC recognised sport.
- Current performance level – (top down priority).
- Potential to reach elite level performance.
- Personal (or if under age parent/guardian) financial circumstances.
- The importance of the specific event or equipment to achieve the individuals sporting goals.
- Level of financial support required.
- Other funds received to support specific need.
- Reflection of community values in their personal actions.
Scholarship Amount
If the agreed objective of the scholarship is to meet a specific financial need then the amount of the scholarship is largely determined by the assessed requirement, within the limits of the finances available.
Number of Scholarships
The number will influenced by the available funds, the number of applications and the specific amounts requested.
Timing
The Wally Foreman Foundation scholarship application period is now in October each year with the successful recipients notified in November.
Applications:
Applications for a Wally Foreman Foundation scholarship for 2011 are now open.The application period will close at 5pm on Friday 21 October, 2011.
Application forms can be accessed here.
